as in liquor
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
a hotel bar that's well stocked with spirits
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Recent Examples of spirits
Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
Ancient Mayans believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.
—Ryan Brennan
april 4, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Restaurant costs are still skyrocketing, and the wine and spirits industry is in turmoil too.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
That would’ve been a cruel thing to do to people’s spirits after such an incredible victory.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
This week’s mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
This week's mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Apr. 2026
Diageo — The spirits giant climbed nearly 3% after an upgrade to buy from hold at Deutsche Bank.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Ultimately, for all the efforts being undertaken, the most effective way of lifting Delilah’s spirits is by focusing on finding her another forever home.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
Ancient Mayans later believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.
—Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2026
Ancient Mayans believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.
—Ryan Brennan
april 4, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
Restaurant costs are still skyrocketing, and the wine and spirits industry is in turmoil too.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Apr. 2026
That would’ve been a cruel thing to do to people’s spirits after such an incredible victory.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
This week’s mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
This week's mouthwatering challenge reward lifts spirits, but only briefly.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Apr. 2026
Diageo — The spirits giant climbed nearly 3% after an upgrade to buy from hold at Deutsche Bank.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2026
Ultimately, for all the efforts being undertaken, the most effective way of lifting Delilah’s spirits is by focusing on finding her another forever home.
—Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spirits
Noun
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Two men have been indicted on federal charges of possessing guns in a school zone, though the case stems from a shootout across the street from an elementary school, in a liquor store parking lot, court records show.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Cannabis lounges are prohibited from selling beer, wine and liquor, and restaurants and bars serving alcohol are prohibited from selling marijuana products.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Cinematographer Tim Ives snatches his rare opportunities to shoot the beautiful scenery, but most of the pair’s encounters take place in or near Ledger’s orange pickup truck, a totem from the book.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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There’s much for delight, but the drama lost steam in a confusing episode near the end, when a Snake (portrayed by Abrahamse) snatches the Prince away.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Noel was arrested and charged with hit-and-run with property damage, driving while impaired, driving with no liability insurance, and driving with an open container of alcohol, officials said.—
Mark Price
April 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
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Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and other stimulants before bed.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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According to the brand, the 40-ounce bottle keeps drinks cold for up to 34 hours and hot for up to 12 hours.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Fresh mint and crushed ice combine with the spirit in a drink that radiates spring.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That said, many frequent fliers have found ways to give their beverage a boost and even score free booze in economy seats.—
Joey Skladany,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Apr. 2026
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Keep the booze flowing at White Stadium during professional women’s soccer matches, the Boston City Council said when rejecting a measure that sought to uphold state law restricting alcohol at public school facilities.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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This visual story captures solemn moments of faith, tradition and community as worshippers publicly observed one of Christianity’s most sacred Holy Week rituals.—
Al Diaz,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Dashcam video shared with CBS News Philadelphia captures the terrifying moment a driver in Lehigh County witnessed a plane land in front of her car.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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While the pastry typically has a slight rum taste, the Trader Joe's version has a vanilla flavor.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Fresh juices, quality rums, pristine drinkmaking technique — the Cove stupefied with its faultless approach.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The streak certainly impresses goaltender Scott Wedgewood.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Offensive line impresses Despite starting tackle Ryan Hughes and left guard Cade Bennett being held out of practice, TCU’s offensive line had a strong opening day of camp.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Spirits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spirits. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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